Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
Most Hawaii Schools Have Gardens — But Few Kids Can Eat What They Grow
A state program that helped schools meet food safety standards ended during the pandemic and it can be daunting for campuses to tackle the requirements on their own.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2019
Settlements Recommended For Honolulu Liquor Commission And Police Lawsuits
The City Council still needs to approve the $670,000 settlement over a lawsuit against the liquor commission and $150,000 for the family of a girl who was arrested.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2024
After-School Clubs Are Helping Kids Steer Clear Of Violence In West Oahu
Sports and extracurricular activities can help kids build a sense of community pride — and show them a better life is possible.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
State Thinks Its Multimillion-Dollar Food Hub Is Finally Happening
The Whitmore Village facility will include specialized ag equipment and DOE’s centralized kitchen.
Anthony Quintano/Civil Beat
Some Hawaii Schools Ban Cell Phones In Class. Should More Follow?
Educators are concerned about the impact of cell phones on academics and student mental health but struggle to limit their use.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
Test Scores For Hawaii Students Show Little Progress Despite Major Funding Boost
The state has received over half a billion dollars in pandemic support, but there’s been no tracking of which investments and programs have actually improved student learning.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2024
Hawaii DOE Continues Its Search For An Elementary School Campus In Lahaina
School leaders said it’s not possible to return the school to its original location in Lahaina town because of limited space.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
More Hawaii Schools Are Offering Computer Science — But Are All Students Benefiting?
Hawaii has a mandate that all schools offer computer science classes by the 2024-25 school year, but the quality and accessibility of these courses remains unclear.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
Lee Cataluna: Debate Team Is Cool Again (If It Ever Was)
It could be that America’s future was decided by the last two presidential debates. So sign up your kid and find them a suit.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
High School Surfing Is A Thing In Hawaii, But Not As Much As You Might Think
Schools have struggled to start official teams with limited funding and no recognition from local athletic leagues.